Chennai, May 27 -- Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush and Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav on Tuesday launched the 25-day countdown for International Day of Yoga (IDY) in Puducherry.

Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry K. Kailashnathan and Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, also graced the event.

Puducherry, a serene coastal jewel renowned for its cultural heritage, witnessed a wave of wellness as over 6,000 Yoga enthusiasts gathered to mark this 25-day countdown to the IDY 2025.

The vibrant Yoga Mahotsav, held at the picturesque Gandhi Thidal on Goubert Avenue, Beach Road, was organised by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), Ministry of Ayush.

This remarkable displ...